April 2013

Mrs. Groneman Chosen as Teacher of the Week

Submitted by joann.kirk on Fri, 04/26/2013 - 08:07

Mrs. Groneman, a first year teacher at Park View, has been picked as “Teacher of the Week.”  Some things about her are that she likes horses.  She has three children and a wonderful husband who has supported her through this adventure.  She’s graduating on April 25, 2013 from UVU.   She said, “I am very excited to graduate!  I have been going to college for a very long time.  Park View is great and I love it here.  I am very grateful to teach here.” 

Mrs. Groneman, we have been lucky to have you working here.  You’re a great, wonderful, and awesome teacher.  

Attributions
Kari Evans, Emma Hinton

Third Grade Field Trip

Submitted by joann.kirk on Fri, 04/26/2013 - 08:03

The third grade classes went on a field trip on March 17.  They saw the movie, "Escape From Planet Earth, went to the park to play and eat lunch, and went to Macey's to be treated with some Ice Cream.  Mrs. Mellen said, "It was cold, but everyone had fun."  

Mr. James, An Awesome Teacher

Submitted by joann.kirk on Thu, 04/25/2013 - 15:45

Mr. Ty James is one of Park View’s favorite teachers.   Here are some interesting facts about him.  His favorite foods are Cookies and Cream Ice Cream, steak and potatoes and Mexican food;  his favorite games are card games; his favorite activities are horseback riding.   Besides being a teacher, he wants to be a Civil Engineer. His least favorite animals are llamas because they spit.   He graduates from UVU on April 26th.  He is celebrating by going to lunch with his family and going roping.    It has been wonderful to have Mr. James grace our school.  Good luck, Mr. James!

 

Attributions
Leah Moser, Ashton Frost, TJ Moser, Kari Evans

Park View Students Prepare for the Hershey Track Meet

Submitted by joann.kirk on Wed, 04/24/2013 - 12:21

As you all know the Hershey Track Meet is coming up, for grades 3rd and up! Aside from testing, we’re going to get ready by exercising and getting fit!  Some of the events the students will be participating in are the 50m, 100m, 200m, 400m, and 800m relays, the softball throw, and the long jump!  So make sure you get a good breakfast, exercise, and get a great night’s sleep so you’ll be ready!

 

 

Attributions
Lindsey Welton and Kenzingtin Baxter.

Melanie Thompson - An Awesome 6th Grade Student

Submitted by joann.kirk on Thu, 04/18/2013 - 15:58

Melanie Thompson is a 6th grader in Ms. Van Nosdol’s class.  She was born on January 3, 2001. She has a twin brother named Tyler Thompson.  Her favorite kind of dessert is crock pot cake. Her most favorite thing to do is go long boarding and hanging out with Amanda, her best friend. She likes listening to music and making up dances. She likes going to Legion Skate Shop with her friends. Her favorite color is purple.   Ms. Van Nosdol loves having Melanie in her class.  “She will always volunteer to do things and she is always happy.”  Way to go, Melanie.  

Attributions
Brisa Rodrigues, Wendy Camba

It’s Test Time, Baby! April's Student of the Month Assembly

Submitted by joann.kirk on Sun, 04/14/2013 - 20:52

April Student of the Month Assembly began with videos of each of the classes singing songs that will prepare them for the CRTs that begin April 15. Mrs. Reynolds reminded the students of some test taking strategies that will help them be successful. Students were reminded to get a good night’s rest, eat a good breakfast and be to school on time. “We will, we will rock you,” sang the first graders. The fourth graders are proficient and they know it. The fifth graders are going to show the CRTs who’s boss. And the sixth graders are not stressing out.

Attributions
Jessie Olsen

Parent Advice for Successful Testing Results

Submitted by joann.kirk on Thu, 04/11/2013 - 16:19

It is time once again for CRT Testing for all students of Park View.  Testing will begin Monday, April 22 and continue to May 17.  Here is some advice for parents to help their children do their best on the test:

Provide a healthy breakfast.  Possibilities are fruits, smoothies, healthy cereal, and toast with healthy toppings. 

Have your child get a good night’s rest.  Go to bed early and get up on time for school.

Attributions
Ashton Frost, TJ Moser

Featured Student of the Week - Kaitlyn Afton Shelley

Submitted by joann.kirk on Thu, 04/11/2013 - 16:01

Kaitlyn Shelley is a sixth grade student in Ms. Van Nosdol’s class.  Her favorite color is purple.  Her favorite foods are pizza, spaghetti and lasagna.  She loves gum,  Butterfingers, Snickers and 3 Musketeer bars.  Her favorite singer is Justin Bieber.  Mrs. Van Nosdol says, “Kaitlyn loves to help.  She is very friendly.”  She loves having Kaitlyn in her class.  

 

Attributions
Leah Moser